DevOps Engineer III

Inside the Role

Product Validation Engineering (PVE) at Daimler Trucks North America is responsible for component- and system-level validation that helps ensure our products remain industry leaders in reliability while supporting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership for our customers. This position is part of the newly formed Data Acquisition and Technology Applications (DATA) team, which enables efficient access, management, and visualization of vehicle test data. The team provides the infrastructure, tools, and support needed to make test data accessible, reliable, and actionable for PVE, Design Engineering, IT, Powertrain, global teams, and other internal and external customers. In this role, you will collaborate across these organizations to develop and support data-focused processes, applications, and use cases. This role will specifically focus on executing a Development Operations (DevOps) strategy that supports quality software deployments, application health, and overall system performance. The position promotes communication, integration, and collaboration between development, quality assurance, and IT operations teams to improve software delivery and productivity. It also supports the development of infrastructure, adoption of technology best practices, and continuous improvement of operational performance. Success in this role requires broad technical knowledge and experience across infrastructure, software development, operations, and quality assurance.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree
• Typically requires 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Requires in-depth knowledge and expertise in job field and working knowledge of related disciplines
• Uses analytical thought to independently solve complex problems with minimal guidance and identify solutions
• May lead team or department projects or work streams within broader projects
• Acts as an advisor to management and key external stakeholders on job field related projects
• Acts as a resource and guide for colleagues with less experience
• Uses experience to contribute to standards in which others will operate

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment workflows while increasing release reliability and deployment consistency.
• Execute the DevOps strategy for PVE data applications, with a focus on software quality, application health, system performance, and operational stability.
• Manage and support cloud, container-based, and application operating environments that enable reliable access to vehicle validation data.
• Strengthen application observability, monitoring, access controls, and operational performance across the vehicle validation lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain full-stack solutions that support PVE validation requirements, data accessibility, and engineering efficiency.
• Collaborate with PVE, Design Engineering, IT, Powertrain, TT/S, and global test engineering teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into scalable application features.
• Promote communication, integration, and collaboration between development, quality assurance, IT operations, and business stakeholders to improve software delivery outcomes.
• Work within an Agile framework to rapidly develop, test, deploy, and iterate on solutions that support department priorities.
• Create and maintain documentation for requirements, technical designs, operational processes, and implemented solutions.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enhance data collection, processing, and visualization capabilities.
• Align with key stakeholders on project priorities, risks, timelines, and support needs to ensure successful delivery of data and application initiatives.
• Mentor new employees and interns by sharing technical knowledge, development practices, and operational standards.
• Develop and maintain visualizations, dashboards, and KPIs that support PVE Data team objectives and decision-making.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Master's degree with 4+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Broad technical knowledge across infrastructure, application development, operations, and quality assurance in support of reliable software delivery.
• Experience developing front-end applications using JavaScript and a common framework such as Vue, React, Svelte, or a similar technology.
• Experience developing backend services and APIs using Python and frameworks such as Django, Flask, FastAPI, or similar technologies.
• Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, or similar platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to consult with customers, analyze requirements, and translate business needs into practical technical solutions.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with containerization and container orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, CaaS, or similar platforms.
• Experience developing user interfaces with Vuetify or similar UI component frameworks.
• Experience working with vehicle CAN networks, vehicle validation data, or connected vehicle data systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices, including Jenkins, Git, Artifactory, Gradle, or similar technologies.
• Working knowledge of DevOps principles, Agile methodologies, and software delivery best practices.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.